October weather forecast
Ricketts Ridge, MD

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Ricketts Ridge, Maryland, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.4°F (9.1°C) and max 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of October introduces a moderate change in Ricketts Ridge's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from September's warm 75.7°F (24.3°C) to a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C). Ricketts Ridge experiences a mean low-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C) during October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In Ricketts Ridge, Maryland, in October, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ricketts Ridge, there are 159.1 rainfall days, and 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Ricketts Ridge. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ricketts Ridge, there are 21.2 snowfall days, and 10.55" (268mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ricketts Ridge in October?

In Ricketts Ridge, in October, the average high-temperature is 64.2°F (17.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.4°F (9.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Ricketts Ridge?

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How much does it rain in Ricketts Ridge in October?

In October, in Ricketts Ridge, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout October, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Ricketts Ridge?

October is the first month it typically snows in Ricketts Ridge, Maryland. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ricketts Ridge have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 9min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Ricketts Ridge?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ricketts Ridge, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ricketts Ridge have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Ricketts Ridge?

In Ricketts Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average temperature in October - Ricketts Ridge, MD
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average pressure in October - Ricketts Ridge, MD
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average wind speed in October - Ricketts Ridge, MD
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average humidity in October - Ricketts Ridge, MD
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April, July and November (75%).

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Average rainfall in October
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average rainfall in October - Ricketts Ridge, MD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in October
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average rainfall days in October - Ricketts Ridge, MD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average snowfall in October - Ricketts Ridge, MD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average snowfall days in October - Ricketts Ridge, MD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ricketts Ridge, MD
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average sunshine days in October - Ricketts Ridge, MD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average UV index in October - Ricketts Ridge, MD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average cloud cover in October - Ricketts Ridge, MD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in October
Ricketts Ridge, MD

Average visibility in October - Ricketts Ridge, MD
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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